Description

Luviquat (R) Fc 550 is a high-purity, cationic polymer belonging to the polyquaternium family, specifically designated as Polyquaternium-16. This specialty chemical is valued for its exceptional film-forming, conditioning, and substantivity properties. It is a critical ingredient for formulators seeking to enhance performance in personal care and cosmetic products. The compound is identified by the CAS registry number 95144-24-4.

Application

Luviquat Fc 550 is a versatile ingredient with primary applications in the personal care industry, prized for its cationic charge and compatibility with anionic systems.

• Hair Care Products: As a highly effective conditioning agent in shampoos, conditioners, and hair masks to improve manageability, reduce static, and impart shine.
• Skin Care Formulations: Used in creams, lotions, and after-shave products for its skin-feel enhancement and moisturizing film-forming characteristics.
• Color Cosmetics: Serves as a stabilizer and binder in mascaras, eyeliners, and makeup to improve wear and application properties.
• Styling Products: A key component in gels, mousses, and sprays to provide hold, curl retention, and humidity resistance.
• 2-in-1 Shampoos: Enables the formulation of clear, stable conditioning shampoos due to its clarity and compatibility with surfactants.
• Pharmaceutical Topicals: Employed as a conditioning and viscosity-modifying agent in medicated creams and ointments.

Basic Information

Product Name	Luviquat (R) Fc 550
CAS No.	95144-24-4
Molecular Formula	(C8H16ClN)n · (C3H5NO)m
Molecular Weight	Variable (Polymer)
Synonyms	Polyquaternium-16; Quaternium-45; Vinylpyrrolidone/N,N-Dimethylaminoethylmethacrylate Copolymer, Quaternized; Luviquat FC 550; Gafquat 755N; Copolymer of 1-Vinyl-2-pyrrolidone and 2-Dimethylaminoethyl methacrylate, quaternized; PQ-16; Poly[(dimethylaminoethyl methacrylate) methyl chloride-co-vinylpyrrolidone]
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Luviquat Fc 550 is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch is tested to ensure it meets stringent specifications for identity, purity, and performance. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with key parameters including assay, viscosity, pH, and residual monomer content. Our production adheres to cGMP guidelines where applicable, supporting its use in cosmetic and personal care formulations globally.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure containers are sealed after use to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear to slightly hazy, colorless to pale yellow viscous liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Solid Content)	Contact for details
pH (as is or in solution)	Contact for details
Viscosity	Contact for details
Residual Monomer (HPLC)	< Specified limit

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.